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  Renault 5

  4.3/5

  Reviving an icon in the motoring world is never easy. However, Renault has taken on that challenge with its new 5, which returns as an electric-only successor to the brand’s famous hatchback. With retro-inspired looks blending with an efficient electric powertrain and lots of in-car tech, the Renault 5 aims to be a modern-day option for drivers after an efficient and easy-to-drive city car.

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  Volkswagen ID.3

  4.0/5

  In a world where pretty much every major carmaker is focused on the transition towards electrification, the Volkswagen ID.3 is something of a pioneer. Developed from the ground up, the car instantly has an advantage over rivals like the Vauxhall Corsa E, which has been adapted from a combustion platform. However, when the car first launched back in 2019, it failed to get the response VW had been hoping for. The reaction was lukewarm at best but the firm has been working hard since then to address early criticisms. Updates have included improvements to its interior, materials and software, and the ID.3 now stands able to take on the likes of the Hyundai Kona Electric, MG4, Cupra Born.

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  Vauxhall Crossland

  3.9/5

  Vauxhall aimed to grab a slice of the flourishing compact crossover segment when it launched the Crossland, which was redesigned in 2020 with a bold new look and some of the firm’s latest design touches. Most notable was the inclusion of Vauxhall’s smart ‘Vizor’ front end look, which has since been used on cars like the Mokka and Grandland. However, though discontinued now, the Crossland remains a great option for drivers after a value-oriented compact crossover.

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  Vauxhall Corsa Electric

  4.0/5

  Previously known as the Vauxhall Corsa-e and introduced at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Vauxhall Corsa Electric is the battery-powered version of one of the best-selling cars on Britain’s roads. Although it doesn’t have the greatest range, the Corsa Electric offers a straightforward, no-nonsense approach to electric motoring – sensibly priced (indeed, a new one is cheaper now than it was five years ago), it’s a shrewd option for those considering an EV for the first time, or as a second car. A 2024 update brought in some minor exterior changes, improved technology, and a new, more efficient powertrain, plus an extra battery option. The latest ‘Long Range’ model promises up to 266 miles on a charge, over 60 miles more than the original 2020 model.

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  Smart 1

  3.7/5

  No longer a compact city car brand, Smart now offers a range of electrified SUVs that are based on underpinnings from Geely Group and borrow design elements from Mercedes-Benz, with whom it shares ownership. The #1, which is pronounced “hashtag one”, sits in a heavily contested EV market with the likes of Hyundai’s Kona Electric, the Kia EV3 and Renault 4, but attempts to stand out with an impressive amount of interior technology and a surprising amount of room inside for taller drivers and occupants. It’s comfortable, practical and a bit different, but it’s also relatively expensive and the onboard tech can be tricky to navigate.

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  Skoda Fabia

  4.0/5

  Value, quality and practicality have long been mainstays of Skoda brand the latest Fabia encapsulates all of those facets. While the fourth-generation model is no longer the bargain-option it once was, the Fabia offers a more premium experience with a spacious interior, clever features, and a refined drive. The 2023-on Fabia is built on the same platform as the current VW Polo and SEAT Ibiza, but stands out for its class-leading boot space, roomy cabin, and Skoda’s “Simply Clever” features. It’s not the most exciting car to drive, nor the most technologically advanced, while buyers will have to wait for the next generation for hybrid or electric options. But value-led pricing and impressive build still make it a hugely appealing supermini.

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